Q2Scale - startup scaling programme applications are now open

Empowering Automotive, Energy, Supply Chain or Sustainability Startups to scale globally through real-world validation
Applications are now open!
EBN is proudly partnering with EIT Global Outreach and Q-Europe to facilitate business collaborations and commercialisation between startups and leading industry players – part of investment fund Q2Scale.
Q2Scale is a tailor-made startup scaling programme, giving European top technologies in the automotive, energy, supply chain, and sustainability sectors the opportunity to receive a full package for international market penetration and beta testing in a 2-month hybrid programme.
Q2Scale effectively enhances a startup’s ability to penetrate and scale into new global markets, by leveraging its network of partners and international experts.
Who Should Apply
- Is your solution in the Automotive, Energy, Supply Chain or Sustainability fields?
- Do you have a working product that is ready for beta testing and release?
- Are you seeking to enter a new market in Europe or beyond?
- Are you either a resident of the EU or legally registered in one of the countries associated with Horizon Europe?
If you fulfil this requirements, you are ready for Q2Scale!
What We Offer
REAL-WORLD VALIDATION:
Get the opportunity to validate your technology in an industry setting to attract interest and fast-track entry into global markets.
EXPOSURE TO GLOBAL INDUSTRY LEADERS:
Forge connections with global industry leaders, unlocking collaboration opportunities. Open doors to potential partnerships and collaborations by networking with global influential industry figures.
CONTINUAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLABORATION AND CONNECTION:
Encounter ongoing opportunities for collaboration and connection, ensuring lasting relationships beyond the programme’s conclusion.
STREAMLINED POC PROCESSES:
Equip yourself with the tools and expertise needed to efficiently conduct PoCs with corporations. Ensure a fast-track approach by bypassing red tape and iterating quickly to meet industry needs.
ACCESS TO EXPERT MENTORSHIP:
Connect with experienced global mentors and technological experts who provide tailored guidance to navigate the complexities of innovation around the world.
Applications open until 21 July 2024.
Timeline
APPLICATION OPENS | 21 May, 2024 |
PROGRAMME EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH EVENT: VIVA TECH PARIS SIDE EVENT | 21 May, 2024 |
APPLICATION CLOSES | 21 July, 2024 |
SCREENING PROCESS: INTERVIEWS AND IN-DEPTH EVALUATION | 21 May – 21 July 2024 |
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SELECTED STARTUPS | 15 August, 2024 |
Q2SCALE BOOTCAMP | September – November 2024 |
Q2SCALE FINAL EVENT | November 2024 |
Partners

The EIT Global Outreach programme acts as a bridge linking the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)’s innovation ecosystem with those of innovation valleys worldwide, forging synergies with global innovation leaders and creating significant value for the European economy alongside the local ecosystems. The Global Outreach is currently comprised of Hubs in Silicon Valley and Israel, as well as a global platform that actively engages with strategic ecosystems around the world to provide valuable connections that boost innovation and create continuous impact. The Global Outreach vision is to become the leading European initiative that empowers innovators and entrepreneurs to develop world-class solutions to societal challenges and create growth and skilled jobs.
